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Cheap flights from South Africa to Madrid, Spain from R4 437

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 27/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MAD
Jun 30 — Jul 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 May 2026.

Sat 12/918:55
JNB
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 10m
Air Europa
Fri 18/923:45
MAD
-
JNB
Nonstop10h 05m
Air Europa
Deal found 29/5R10 800
Tue 29/913:30
JNB
-
MAD
2 stops33h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 13/1012:00
MAD
-
JNB
2 stops21h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/5R10 865
Mon 21/1213:30
JNB
-
MAD
2 stops45h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 19/16:15
MAD
-
JNB
2 stops26h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/5R10 946
Tue 7/718:55
JNB
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 10m
Air Europa
Wed 7/1023:45
MAD
-
JNB
Nonstop10h 05m
Air Europa
Deal found 27/5R10 979
Sat 12/99:50
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop33h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 18/910:45
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/5R11 157
Sun 4/1013:30
JNB
-
MAD
2 stops27h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 26/1014:20
MAD
-
JNB
2 stops42h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 31/5R11 189
Thu 11/619:30
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop20h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 24/615:45
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/5R11 205
Thu 4/619:30
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop20h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 17/615:45
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/5R11 238
Sun 20/1213:30
JNB
-
MAD
2 stops35h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 19/16:15
MAD
-
JNB
2 stops26h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/5R11 270
Tue 2/619:30
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop20h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/610:15
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/5R11 480
Sat 25/79:50
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop33h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 10/821:50
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/5R11 497
Fri 10/713:15
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop19h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 26/722:15
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop36h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/5R11 529

Find flight deals from South Africa to Madrid

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Madrid flight deals. Data was last updated 31 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 800

One-way from

R4 437

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 626

Good round-trip deal

R12 389 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 530 or less
Air Europa
  • Air Europa
  • 12/9-18/9
  • Nonstop
  • 20h 15m total
  • South Africa to Madrid
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27/9
  • 27/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 30m total
  • South Africa to Madrid
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R14 697 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 840 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Madrid Barajas.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa to Madrid Barajas.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Madrid that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 31 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Madrid that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

DurbanMadrid

DUR - MAD

DURMAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 15/7

12:05-8:15

2 stops20h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 22/7

15:45-10:35

2 stops18h 50m

R11 885

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 7/8

13:15-8:15

1 stop19h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 21/8

9:05-10:15

1 stop25h 10m

R12 533

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

20:55-21:15

1 stop24h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 26/6

9:05-4:00

1 stop18h 55m

R12 549

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

14:45-14:15

1 stop23h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 13/10

15:45-15:20

1 stop23h 35m

R12 630

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

18:00-10:25

1 stop16h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 13/8

12:00-9:40

2 stops21h 40m

R13 343

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/7

16:35-10:25

1 stop17h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 22/7

9:10-11:50

1 stop26h 40m

R14 055

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

18:00-16:55

1 stop22h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 20/7

9:10-10:30

1 stop25h 20m

R14 120

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

17:50-16:55

1 stop23h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 7/10

9:10-10:30

1 stop25h 20m

R14 428

DurbanMadrid

DUR - MAD

DURMAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 12/11

12:25-13:50

2 stops26h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 16/11

20:00-10:55

3 stops37h 55m

R14 492

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/7

18:00-16:55

1 stop22h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 8/10

9:10-10:30

1 stop25h 20m

R14 800

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Madrid

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Madrid

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Madrid?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Madrid (average of R5 765). Flying from South Africa to Madrid in September is currently the most expensive (average of R22 912). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Madrid?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Madrid is 71 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Madrid. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Madrid. Reviews last updated 31 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from South Africa to Madrid. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 444 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 004 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 013 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Madrid. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid from South Africa?

    Madrid Barajas (MAD), located 13,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from South Africa to Madrid.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Madrid?

    Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Emirates can get you from South Africa to Madrid in just under 16h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 45m. The distance between South Africa and Madrid is about 8098 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Madrid one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Madrid are Turkish Airlines (R5 387), Qatar Airways (R5 420), and Etihad Airways (R7 085).

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Madrid?

    When deciding which route to take from South Africa to Madrid, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Madrid Barajas, Cape Town Intl - Madrid Barajas or Durban King Shaka Intl - Madrid Barajas, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Madrid?

    While on average a flight from South Africa to Madrid is generally R11 610, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R8 343. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Madrid Barajas), you can expect to pay R10 800 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Madrid flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Madrid?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Madrid.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Madrid?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Madrid by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Madrid?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Madrid (average of R5 765). Flying from South Africa to Madrid in September is currently the most expensive (average of R22 912). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Madrid

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Madrid. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 31 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air AlgerieCheapestR7 143AverageR7 648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 298AverageR10 586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 878AverageR10 814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 202AverageR12 907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 561AverageR11 318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 722AverageR15 323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 758AverageR11 284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR10 244AverageR12 340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 545AverageR12 448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SWISSCheapestR10 635AverageR15 355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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